2008 Audi A3 vs. 2007 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 1 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 983 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. 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 2008 Audi A3. 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A3 2007 GMC Canyon
Make Audi GMC
Model A3 Canyon
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 186 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 72 L


 

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