2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. 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 1994 Toyota Carina. 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 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2590 mm |
