2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 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 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 408. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Canyon | 408 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
