2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 522 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Lumina | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
