2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Speedster. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2340 mm |
