2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 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 25 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 593 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fiesta | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
