2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT

To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Canyon 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT
Make GMC Mitsubishi
Model Canyon 3000GT
Year Released 2006 1995
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3458 cc 2969 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2577 kg 1475 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2480 mm


 

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