2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon.
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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Canyon | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
