2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,801 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1162 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V50. 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Canyon | V50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2442 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
