2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP) has 362 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 510 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Canyon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 537 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
