2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestyle | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
