2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
