1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 206 kg more than 2007 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Canyon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3210 mm |