1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Canyon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Venture | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
