2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Astro | Canyon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |