2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 339 kg more than 2007 GMC Canyon.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
