2004 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 271 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
