2000 Volvo S60 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1011 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 2000 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S60 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Volvo | GMC |
| Model | S60 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
