2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 59 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | Z4 | Canyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |