2005 Toyota Mark II vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Toyota Mark II. 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Mark II. 2005 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2011 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2011 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Mark II | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Mark II | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
