2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2009 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
