2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 585 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. 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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Voyager | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
