2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 706 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris. 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 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Canyon | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Canyon | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |