2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (315 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (458 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2004 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6320 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |
