2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1480 kg more than 2007 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon. 2002 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2007 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2007 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Excursion | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Excursion | Canyon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 72 L |