2004 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2012 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1251 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Volkswagen Bora 2012 GMC Canyon
Make Volkswagen GMC
Model Bora Canyon
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 259 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1227 kg 2478 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.9 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 72 L


 

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