2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1023 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Canyon | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3801 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
