2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2006 GMC Yukon and 2006 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 178 kg more than 2006 GMC Yukon.
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, 2006 GMC Yukon (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Yukon | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Yukon | Canyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2801 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |