2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | GMC | Tata |
| Model | Canyon | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
