2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP) has 273 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2005 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Canyon | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Canyon | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 493 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 800 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |