2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Nubira | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
