2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Traverse | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
