2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 356 kg more than 2004 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (160 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford C-MAX | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | C-MAX | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
