2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (200 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 284 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | CC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| 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 | 200 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
