2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 911. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Canyon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
