2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
