2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 4 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 469 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Lumina | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
