2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Canyon | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
