2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. 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 2001 Kia Carens. 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 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Canyon | Carens |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
