2005 Dodge Viper 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 Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 899 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Viper. 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Viper | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
