2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 182 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
