2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 30 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Canyon | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 81 L |
