2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Canyon | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Canyon | Tucson |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |