2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City. 2008 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda City has manual transmission. 1999 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1999 Honda City | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | City |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
