2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Malibu 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 Malibu (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Malibu | Canyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2770 cc |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |