2000 BMW 525 vs. 2004 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Because 2004 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 2004 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 525 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
