2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Canyon | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2566 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |