2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | C | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2901 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
