2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR

To start off, both 2006 GMC Canyon and 2006 Jaguar XKR were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 GMC Canyon. 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 2006 Jaguar XKR. 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 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Canyon 2006 Jaguar XKR
Make GMC Jaguar
Model Canyon XKR
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 4196 cc
Horse Power 175 HP 391 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.9 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.9 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 75 L


 

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