2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, both 2009 GMC Canyon and 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 483 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
