2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 3 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 489 kg more than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Enclave. 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Enclave | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
