2010 Volvo C30 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 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo C30 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo C30. 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo C30 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Volvo | GMC |
| Model | C30 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4252 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
