2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 Opel Astra 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 73 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 (251 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (147 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Canyon | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Canyon | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 147 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |