2003 BMW 530 vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 BMW 530.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 530 | Canyon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |