2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Silverado and 2012 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2838 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6337 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1965 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4018 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 72 L |
