2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 861 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Canyon | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |