2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2010 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon.

Because 2009 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Canyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon. 2009 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2010 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2010 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Fusion 2010 GMC Canyon
Make Ford GMC
Model Fusion Canyon
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 72 L


 

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