2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 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), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 431 kg more than 2013 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Canyon | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
