2003 BMW X Activity vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X Activity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X Activity would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X Activity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X Activity (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 511 kg more than 2003 BMW X Activity.
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, 2003 BMW X Activity (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X Activity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X Activity | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
