2010 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Canyon would be higher. Both 2010 GMC Canyon and 2012 GMC Canyon are equipped with a 2,901 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Canyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Canyon | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Canyon | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
