2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP) has 239 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 190 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Canyon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
