2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2007 Citroen Xsara and 2007 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (242 HP) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 657 kg more than 2007 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Xsara. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Xsara | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Xsara | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
