2004 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (282 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
