2004 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 131 kg more than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 2004 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 GMC Envoy | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Envoy | Canyon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |