2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Canyon | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 66 L |
