2006 Ford Focus vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 308 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
