2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 690 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Canyon | Charger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 6100 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
