2005 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Malibu | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
