2005 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 459 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Dakota | Canyon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2768 cc |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 251 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |