2004 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Acadia (367 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Canyon | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
