2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. Both 2005 Chevrolet Colorado and 2006 GMC Canyon are equipped with a 2,770 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1390 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.

Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Colorado 2006 GMC Canyon
Make Chevrolet GMC
Model Colorado Canyon
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 2770 cc
Horse Power 175 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 251 Nm
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 2577 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 72 L


 

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