2001 Ford Ka vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1261 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Ka | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
