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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 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 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1227 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
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 | 4014 cc | 3458 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |