2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 716 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Canyon | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Canyon | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |