2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 MG TF

To start off, both 2007 GMC Canyon and 2007 MG TF 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 724 kg more than 2007 MG TF. 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 MG TF. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 2007 MG TF has manual transmission. 2007 MG TF 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 GMC Canyon 2007 MG TF
Make GMC MG
Model Canyon TF
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Pickup Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3700 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4700 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1894 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 50 L


 

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