2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto

To start off, both 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 134 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 992 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Canyon 2005 Suzuki Alto
Make GMC Suzuki
Model Canyon Alto
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 1061 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 175 HP 41 HP
Torque 252 Nm 41 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 68.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 72 mm
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1797 kg 805 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 35 L


 

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