2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 5 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i30. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Canyon | i30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 53 L |
