2000 BMW 325 vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 599 kg more than 2000 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 325 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
