2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 858 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (407 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Canyon | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4572 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
