2011 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2011 GMC Canyon and 2011 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Canyon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Canyon | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Canyon | Getz |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
