2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2004 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2004 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. 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 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2004 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Transit Connect | Canyon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |