2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Magnum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Magnum | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
