2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2010 Opel Zafira 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, 2010 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Zafira. 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 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2010 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
