2012 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 GMC Canyon 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 51 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Canyon | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Canyon | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
