1997 Ford Contour vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Contour. 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Contour | Canyon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |