2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 4 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 786 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | GMC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Canyon | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 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 | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
