2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 674 kg more than 2002 Ford Explorer.
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, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Explorer | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
