2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 5 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 71 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 577 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Canyon 2010 Volkswagen Touran
Make GMC Volkswagen
Model Canyon Touran
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 1197 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 104 HP
Torque 251 Nm 175 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 2307 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 60 L


 

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