2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1336 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | GMC | Smart |
| Model | Canyon | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 22 L |
