2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 731 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Canyon | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
