2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1281 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Focus | Canyon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2770 cc |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |