2001 Acura RL vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 122 kg more than 2001 Acura RL.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | RL | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
