2012 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i20. 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 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20. 2010 Hyundai i20 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. 2010 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Canyon | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Canyon | i20 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
