2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Canyon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
