2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (198 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 352 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
