2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 911. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Canyon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
