2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 7 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, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Canyon | A5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
