2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 527 kg more than 2012 BMW 550.
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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Canyon | 550 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
