2011 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Canyon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Canyon | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
