2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 929 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Canyon | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
