2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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. 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 12 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 412 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Canyon | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
