2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 7 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X1 (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Canyon | X1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
