2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 8 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 342 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Canyon | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
