2005 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 938 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Mustang (326 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Mustang | Canyon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2770 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |