2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Viper | Canyon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |