2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 206 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Canyon | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
