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GMC Canyon vs. GMC Sierra 1500 Review

How the GMC Canyon stacks up against the GMC Sierra 1500 - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2010 GMC Canyon
Price Range: $16,705 - $29,835
2010 GMC Sierra 1500
Price Range: $19,375 - $46,435
GMC Canyon vs. GMC Sierra 1500 Review

Handling
With their similar turning radii, the GMC Canyon and the GMC Sierra 1500 definitely handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The GMC Sierra 1500 has a larger engine than the Canyon. Note that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but smaller engines can be stressed more. The Sierra 1500 packs quite a wallop compared to the GMC Canyon when it comes to torque, which is the force that lets you accelerate quickly. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the GMC Sierra 1500 is tremendously more powerful than the GMC Canyon.

Utility
The Sierra 1500 is a better choice than the GMC Canyon with respect to transporting cargo, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of suitcases or pets. Neither the GMC Sierra 1500 nor the GMC Canyon has a marked advantage regarding seating capacity. Towing is substantially more the GMC Sierra 1500's forte than it is the GMC Canyon's.

Convenience
You will quite certainly have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the GMC Canyon than with the GMC Sierra 1500.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the GMC Sierra 1500's front cabin compared to the Canyon. The GMC Sierra 1500 provides more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Canyon does.

Dimensions
The GMC Sierra 1500 is considerably more bulky than the GMC Canyon. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the GMC Sierra 1500 than the Canyon because of its bigger tank. The GMC Canyon and the GMC Sierra 1500 compete for the same parking spaces. The GMC Sierra 1500's longer wheelbase will likely result in a smoother, more stable ride; however, the GMC Canyon may give a more maneuverable feel in daily traffic.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The GMC Canyon is significantly cheaper to get to the dealership than the GMC Sierra 1500. The GMC Sierra 1500 will tax your gasoline budget considerably more than the Canyon will. The Canyon will save you money at the pump compared to the GMC Sierra 1500. When it comes to MSRP, the Canyon costs significantly less than the GMC Sierra 1500. The Sierra 1500 will cost you a lots_of_money in gasoline every year compared to the GMC Canyon.

Warranty
The GMC Canyon and the GMC Sierra 1500 have the same basic warranty.

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