2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 2 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 84 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 116 kg more than 2009 Opel Vivaro. 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 2009 Opel Vivaro. 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 (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Canyon | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |