2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 584 kg more than 2002 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Canyon | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
