2003 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2010 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon.

Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Canyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Vauxhall Frontera 2010 GMC Canyon
Make Vauxhall GMC
Model Frontera Canyon
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3165 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 203 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2830 mm


 

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