2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 707 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (252 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
