2011 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Canyon | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Canyon | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
