2004 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 499 kg more than 2008 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-250 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 72 L |
