2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2004 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2004 Ford Five Hundred and 2004 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2004 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2004 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Five Hundred | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
