2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,801 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 243 kg more than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ranger. 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Ranger | Canyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2801 cc |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |