2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 439 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.
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 Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Canyon | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2987 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
