2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 6 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 6 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Canyon | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 169 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
