2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 5 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 GMC Canyon. 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Canyon | QX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3075 mm |
