2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 627 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestar | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
