2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1611 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | E-350 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
