1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP) has 170 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
