2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 1 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 3,951 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 815 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Pacifica | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3951 cc | 2770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
