2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1372 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
