2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 800 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Canyon | G |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
