2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis 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. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Canyon | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
