2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 20 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Durango | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |
