2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (251 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Canyon | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Canyon | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 126 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |