2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 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 269 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Canyon | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
