2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup

To start off, both 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 44 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pickup. 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 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Canyon 2005 Nissan Pickup
Make GMC Nissan
Model Canyon Pickup
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 131 HP
Torque 252 Nm 304 Nm
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1797 kg 1765 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2960 mm