2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 292 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Canyon | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 327 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 129 L |
