2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Wrangler (291 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Canyon | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
