2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1217 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Tahoe | Canyon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |