2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 BMW 650
To start off, 2010 BMW 650 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 637 kg more than 2010 BMW 650.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 650. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 650 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 650 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Canyon | 650 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
