1997 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1313 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Corolla | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Toyota | GMC |
Model | Corolla | Canyon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |