2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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 28 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Canyon | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |