2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2007 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2007 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Canyon | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |