2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 929 kg more than 2012 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 2009 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 GMC Sierra 2012 GMC Canyon
Make GMC GMC
Model Sierra Canyon
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6199 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 403 HP 186 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 565 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2659 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 5850 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.5 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 17 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 72 L


 

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