2006 BMW 550 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 753 kg more than 2006 BMW 550.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 550 | Canyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |