2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 7 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 706 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Canyon | XJ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
