2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 461 kg more than 2007 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 Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Canyon | Commander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
