2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 411 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
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 (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Five Hundred | Canyon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |