2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 638 kg more than 2006 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Excursion | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 72 L |
