2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 606 kg more than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Canyon | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
