2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Canyon 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 77 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 527 kg more than 2009 Mazda 5. 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 2009 Mazda 5. 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Canyon | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
