2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Explorer | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
