2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt 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, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 121 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 347 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 (252 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Canyon | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
