2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 308 kg more than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
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 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Porsche | GMC |
Model | Cayenne | Canyon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |