1989 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1207 kg more than 1989 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Croma. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Croma | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
