2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MG TF would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | GMC | MG |
| Model | Canyon | TF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
