1995 Ford Escort vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1343 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
