2012 Volvo C70 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2012 Volvo C70 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.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Canyon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volvo C70 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 2012 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo C70 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Volvo | GMC |
| Model | C70 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1836 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
