2007 Proton Satria vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Satria would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1319 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Satria | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Proton | GMC |
| Model | Satria | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1159 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
