2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 2011 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Canyon | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Canyon | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |