2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Canyon would be higher. Both 2005 GMC Canyon and 2007 Dodge Nitro are equipped with a 2,768 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Canyon | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
