2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 730 kg more than 2010 BMW 335.
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 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 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 335 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Canyon | 335 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
