2012 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Mondeo 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 47 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 902 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 2011 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Canyon | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Canyon | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
