2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Focus 2007 GMC Canyon
Make Ford GMC
Model Focus Canyon
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 259 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1454 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 72 L


 

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