2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 867 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK. 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Canyon | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4194 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 71 L |
