2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,801 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1374 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. 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 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Canyon | Leon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
