2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1993 Porsche 993
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 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1993 Porsche 993.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 993. 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 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 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 993 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Canyon | 993 |
| 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 | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 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 | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2280 mm |
