2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP) has 108 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 450 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.
Because 2005 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | GMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Canyon | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
