2004 BMW 120 vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 462 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (252 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 120 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
