2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Because 2010 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Canyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX 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, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 2010 Acura ZDX 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. 2010 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | GMC | Acura |
| Model | Canyon | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
