2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 159 kg more than 2008 GMC Canyon. 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 2005 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Canyon | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Canyon | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |