2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1211 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Canyon | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |
