2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Because 2013 Infiniti JX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Canyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX 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, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 2013 Infiniti JX 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. 2013 Infiniti JX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Canyon | JX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
