2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (350 HP) has 175 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 300 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1323 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
