2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 181 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Canyon | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
