2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V70. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V70. (220 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Canyon | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
