2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 98 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1458 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Corolla | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Corolla | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
