2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1960 Jaguar 3.8
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 987 kg more than 1960 Jaguar 3.8.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. 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, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Canyon | 3.8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
