2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 3 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 (8 cylinders), 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C 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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C 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. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Canyon | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
Make | GMC | McLaren |
Model | Canyon | MP4-12C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 592 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1199 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |