2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 6 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 465 kg more than 2013 Lexus RX.
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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Canyon | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
