2010 GMC Canyon vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Canyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2010 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2010 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Canyon | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Canyon | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
