2004 GMC Canyon vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (190 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Because 2004 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Toyota Solara (290 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Solara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2680 mm |
