2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 962 kg more than 1999 Toyota Previa. 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 1999 Toyota Previa. 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 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2438 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
