2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2011 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2011 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 300 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
