2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra 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 75 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Opel Vectra. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
