2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Quest. 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | Quest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
