1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 860 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet Corvette 2007 GMC Canyon
Make Chevrolet GMC
Model Corvette Canyon
Year Released 1993 2007
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 380 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 512 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 72 L


 

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