2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 109 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Dakota | Canyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |