2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 323 kg more than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser (339 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |
