2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 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, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Nitro | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
