2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 GMC Envoy.
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, 2005 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Canyon | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 5359 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
