2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 724 kg more than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | GMC | Buick |
| Model | Canyon | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
