2009 Nissan Micra 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 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Micra 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 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1488 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Micra | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Micra | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
