2012 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2012 GMC Canyon and 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (320 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Canyon | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | GMC | Jeep |
Model | Canyon | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 259 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |