2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 GMC Canyon and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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.
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2007 GMC Canyon | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Canyon | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |