2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, both 2009 GMC Canyon and 2009 Alfa Romeo GT were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT 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. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | GMC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Canyon | GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
