2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 454 kg more than 2012 Ford Taurus.
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, 2012 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Canyon | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
