2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2004 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2004 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Acadia | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
