2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto 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 99 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 560 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | GMC | Fiat |
| Model | Canyon | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
