2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sprinter 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 797 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sprinter.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Sprinter. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sprinter. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sprinter. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Sprinter has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Sprinter 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 | 2008 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1097 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
