1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | 500 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
