2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 231 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
