2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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. Both 2006 Chevrolet Colorado and 2005 GMC Canyon are equipped with a 2,770 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (252 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Colorado | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
