1999 Hyundai Galloper vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Galloper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Galloper would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (98 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 388 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Galloper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Galloper | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Hyundai | GMC |
| Model | Galloper | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
