2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon.
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 Mercedes-Benz G (457 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Canyon | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4966 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |
