1998 Ford Royale vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Royale would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Royale | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Royale | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
