2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (555 HP) has 380 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 618 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW X6 (677 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Canyon | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 555 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
