2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 3 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 66 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 517 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Fit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 41 L |
