2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Jaguar | GMC |
Model | XJ8 | Canyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |