2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 962 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LaCrosse | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
