2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fusion | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Fusion | Canyon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |