1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 993 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3210 mm |
