1999 Chevrolet Venture 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 Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 832 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Venture | Canyon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2770 cc |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |