2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 978 kg more than 2001 Holden UTE.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2001 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2001 Holden UTE | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Canyon | UTE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
