2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 143 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac XLR (428 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | XLR | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
