2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 457 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (252 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
