2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 609 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. 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 (305 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
