2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Town & Country | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
