2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
