2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Fiat Albea

To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 2 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 579 kg more than 2011 Fiat Albea. 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 2011 Fiat Albea. 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Albea.

Compare all specifications:

2009 GMC Canyon 2011 Fiat Albea
Make GMC Fiat
Model Canyon Albea
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 186 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 1151 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 51 L