2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara 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 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 104 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 631 kg more than 2010 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara. 2008 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Antara 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 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Canyon | Antara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |