2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 3 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, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 358 kg more than 2011 Acura RDX.
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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 2011 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | GMC | Acura |
| Model | Canyon | RDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
