2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (271 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
