2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 GMC Canyon | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Canyon | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |