1997 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Explorer | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
