2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Canyon | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |