2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 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 72 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 831 kg more than 2009 Nissan Rogue. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Canyon | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Canyon | Rogue |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |