2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (321 HP) has 146 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 473 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (370 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Canyon | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
