2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 407 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Canyon | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
