2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Opel Zafira

To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Zafira 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 37 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 102 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira. 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 2008 Opel Zafira. 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 2008 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2009 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2009 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 GMC Canyon 2008 Opel Zafira
Make GMC Opel
Model Canyon Zafira
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 186 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 1628 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 58 L