2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 601 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Canyon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
