2004 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 232 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Canyon | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Canyon | Sharan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |