2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 943 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Mustang | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
