2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 338 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (380 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Impala | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
