2012 Proton Savvy vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2012 Proton Savvy 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Proton Savvy. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1533 kg more than 2012 Proton Savvy. 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 Proton Savvy. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Savvy. 2012 Proton Savvy 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 Proton Savvy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Proton Savvy | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Proton | GMC |
| Model | Savvy | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
