1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Impala 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, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon. 1996 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2010 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2010 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Impala | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
