2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 7 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 488 kg more than 2013 BMW 6 series.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Canyon | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4395 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
