2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 663 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 300 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
