2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Canyon | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Canyon | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 258 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |