2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 19 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Canyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Canyon | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
