1994 BMW M5 vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 753 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | M5 | Canyon |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |