2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. 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 Mini Cooper. 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 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | GMC | Mini |
Model | Canyon | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |