2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 532 kg more than 2011 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Tahoe | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
