2004 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 8 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP) has 1753 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 1973 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1790 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 | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
