2010 Ford Ka vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ka | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Ka | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
