2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 GMC Canyon and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Canyon | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2496 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |