2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 651 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Canyon | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
