2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (252 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fusion | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
