2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 4 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 (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Versa. 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 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | Versa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |
