2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 628 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Canyon | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Canyon | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 295 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 414 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |