2006 Ford Escape vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2006 Ford Escape and 2006 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Escape | Canyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2770 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |