2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (259 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 764 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (249 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taurus X | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
