2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 GMC Canyon and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 7 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 756 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. 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 2008 Opel Astra. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
