2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 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 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
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, 2009 Dodge Durango (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 2009 Dodge Durango 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. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Durango | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Durango | Canyon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5699 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |