2004 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 396 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 Chrysler Voyager (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.

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2004 Chrysler Voyager 2008 GMC Canyon
Make Chrysler GMC
Model Voyager Canyon
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2736 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4600 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2040 kg 2436 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 72 L