2008 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Prius 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 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius. 2008 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Prius | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Toyota | GMC |
Model | Prius | Canyon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |