2000 Acura MDX vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Acura MDX (346 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 2000 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2009 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2009 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | MDX | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
