2006 Ford Escape vs. 2004 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2004 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escape | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
