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 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1112 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 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 | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1795 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |