2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 185 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 482 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport (283 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2007 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2007 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Trans Sport | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
