2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 390 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

2008 GMC Canyon 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
Make GMC Chevrolet
Model Canyon Camaro
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 426 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 259 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2141 kg 1751 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 72 L


 

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