2009 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Eos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Eos would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1254 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon. 2009 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 2010 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2010 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Volkswagen Eos | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
Model | Eos | Canyon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |