2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 352 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
