2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 6 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Canyon | 118 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
