2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 717 kg more than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Canyon | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
