2000 Ford Escape vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 863 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2007 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2007 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Escape | Canyon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |