2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Canyon | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
