2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Canyon | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
