2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 571 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Canyon | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
