2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 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 77 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 5008. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 5008. 2012 Peugeot 5008 has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 5008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Canyon | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2735 mm |
