2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 175 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Canyon | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
