2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 109 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Canyon | SLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
