2004 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 106 kg more than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Canyon | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
