2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Canyon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3164 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2280 mm |
