2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2011 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Canyon | Galant |
| 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 | 160 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
