2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 624 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Canyon 2005 Toyota 4Runner
Make GMC Toyota
Model Canyon 4Runner
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 4671 cc
Horse Power 175 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 434 Nm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2577 kg 1953 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 14.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 87 L


 

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