2003 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 2003 Dodge Durango 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. 2003 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Dodge Durango | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Durango | Canyon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |