2010 Infiniti EX vs. 2012 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Infiniti EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Infiniti EX would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 759 kg more than 2010 Infiniti EX.

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, 2010 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 2010 Infiniti EX 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. 2010 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Infiniti EX 2012 GMC Canyon
Make Infiniti GMC
Model EX Canyon
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3696 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 259 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1719 kg 2478 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 72 L


 

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