2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2009 GMC Canyon and 2009 Nissan Micra 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 (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Canyon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Canyon | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Canyon | Micra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 46 L |