2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2005 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, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Canyon | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 273 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
