1998 Ford Contour vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1193 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. 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 1998 Ford Contour. 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 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Contour | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
