2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion

To start off, both 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 Mitsubishi Dion 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 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 417 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. 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 Canyon (252 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Canyon 2005 Mitsubishi Dion
Make GMC Mitsubishi
Model Canyon Dion
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 133 HP
Torque 252 Nm 183 Nm
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1797 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2710 mm


 

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