2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1283 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Venturi 400. 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | GMC | Venturi |
| Model | Canyon | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2500 mm |
