2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1469 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fusion. 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fusion | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
