2004 GMC Canyon vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 1997 Kia Retona | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Canyon | Retona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2370 mm |
