2008 Acura MDX vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon. 2008 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2011 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2011 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Acura | GMC |
Model | MDX | Canyon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |