2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 467 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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 GMC Canyon (252 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (245 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Canyon | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Canyon | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 159 HP |
Torque | 252 Nm | 245 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |