2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,768 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1264 kg more than 2010 BMW 118.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Canyon | 118 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
