2010 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 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. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 341 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Canyon | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
