1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 252 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3458 cc |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3210 mm |
