2002 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Mondeo | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
