2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Holden Frontera.
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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 2003 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 2009 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2009 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Canyon | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
