2005 Chevrolet Venture 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 Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. 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 Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Venture | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
