2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 GMC Canyon | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Canyon | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |