2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 7 kg more than 2009 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Canyon | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Canyon | GT-R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |