2007 Acura RL vs. 2004 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 3 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Acura RL (348 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2004 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | RL | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
