2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Canyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 2011 Ford F-150 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. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Canyon | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Canyon | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 136 L |