2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 132 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Canyon | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Canyon | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |