2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1730 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 104 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Canyon | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2919 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 |