2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1187 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. 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 2000 Ford Mustang. 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 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Mustang | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3458 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
