2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Citi 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 870 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Citi. (162 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2008 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 49 L |
