2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 Vauxhall Astra 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 119 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 544 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (150 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Canyon | 2005 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
Model | Canyon | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 150 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |