2011 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Saturn Vue

To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1149 kg more than 2010 Saturn Vue.

Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Saturn Vue. 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2011 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2011 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 GMC Canyon 2010 Saturn Vue
Make GMC Saturn
Model Canyon Vue
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 3564 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 257 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 259 Nm 337 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2478 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 72 L


 

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