2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 651 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | GMC | Acura |
| Model | Canyon | EL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2619 mm |
