2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 3 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, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 469 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Aveo | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
