2011 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 821 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Canyon | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Canyon | Escape |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
