2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Express and 2006 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Express | Canyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3458 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |