2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 847 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Cube. 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | Cube |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
