1996 Mitsubishi Challenger vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 528 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Mitsubishi Challenger (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
| Model | Challenger | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
