2004 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 253 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.
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, 2009 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Canyon | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 74 L |
