2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 691 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
