2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche Cayman. 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 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Canyon | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
