1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 577 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (252 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Mondeo | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
