2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 934 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Vitz. 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
