Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The GMC Canyon is substantially cheaper to get to the dealership than the Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
In terms of MSRP, the Silverado 1500 costs significantly more than the Canyon.
Utility
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is likely a better choice than the GMC with respect to hauling capacity, especially if you often need to carry a lot of gear or massive dogs.
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the GMC Canyon can accommodate the same number of passengers.
The GMC Canyon outpulls the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 by a large margin.
Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's front cabin compared to the GMC Canyon.
The ampler interior dimensions of the Silverado 1500 make it more spacious for your passengers than the GMC Canyon.
Dimensions
The Chevrolet is significantly heavier than the Canyon.
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 than the GMC Canyon because of its larger tank.
The GMC Canyon and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 compete for the same parking spaces.
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500's longer wheelbase will result in a smoother, more stable ride; on the other hand, the GMC Canyon may give a more maneuverable feel in daily traffic.
Performance
With that kind of horsepower, both the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the GMC Canyon are genuine sportscars.
Handling
With their comparable turning circles, the GMC Canyon and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 most definitely handle about the same into and out of tight spots.
Drivetrain
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500's engine is tremendously bigger than the GMC Canyon's. Note that more sizeable engines may use more gas than smaller ones.
Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Chevrolet is tremendously more powerful than the GMC Canyon.
The GMC Canyon could learn a lesson or two from the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 regarding torque.
Warranty
The Canyon and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have the same basic warranty.