2005 BMW X5 vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 407 kg more than 2005 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X5 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 72 L |
