2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 748 kg more than 2010 Audi A4.
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 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 2010 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Canyon | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
