1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2009 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2009 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-150 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
