2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 213 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Canyon | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Canyon | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 233 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |