2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, both 2008 GMC Canyon and 2008 Opel Vivaro were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 759 kg more than 2008 Opel Vivaro. 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 Vivaro. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro. 2008 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Vivaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Canyon | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Canyon | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |