2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
