2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2001 Mazda Atenza
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Atenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Atenza would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Atenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1406 kg more than 2001 Mazda Atenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Atenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Canyon (328 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (240 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Atenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2001 Mazda Atenza | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Canyon | Atenza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
