2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, both 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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 112 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 712 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Canyon | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | GMC | Suzuki |
Model | Canyon | Samurai |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 252 Nm | 120 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2490 mm |