2005 Opel Agila vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Agila would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Agila | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Opel | GMC |
Model | Agila | Canyon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |