2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 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. Both 2006 GMC Canyon and 2009 Jeep Cherokee are equipped with a 2,768 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 604 kg more than 2009 Jeep Cherokee.
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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Canyon | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2768 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
