2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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 63 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. 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 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
