2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 856 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 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 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
