2005 Buick Terraza 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 Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 328 kg more than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Terraza. 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 Terraza (298 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Terraza | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
