2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 76 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 421 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 (251 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Canyon | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Canyon | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 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 | 99 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |