1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 867 kg more than 1972 Dodge Charger.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Charger | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3458 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3210 mm |
