2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 583 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Canyon | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Canyon | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 178 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |