2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 42 kg more than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Canyon | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
