2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestar | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
