2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Canyon would be higher. 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 13 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (229 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 359 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Canyon | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
