2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotec Sirius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotec Sirius would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1000 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 861 kg more than 2001 Lotec Sirius.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lotec Sirius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1087 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
| Make | GMC | Lotec |
| Model | Canyon | Sirius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 1185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 1346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1130 mm |
