2008 Ford Edge vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 787 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Edge | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
