2007 BMW 130 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 130 | Canyon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |