2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Canyon | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
