2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP) has 121 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 640 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Canyon | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
