2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Neon 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 1997 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1468 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Neon. 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 1997 Plymouth Neon. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Canyon | Neon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
