2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio 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 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 75 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1068 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. 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 2010 Kia Rio. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Canyon | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
