2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 876 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
