2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1513 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Canyon | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
