2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 186 kg more than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Canyon (328 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Uplander | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
