2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (287 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 546 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Canyon | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4495 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
