2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Canyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon. 2001 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2011 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2011 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Subaru | GMC |
| Model | Legacy | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
