2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | C | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
