2007 BMW 550 vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 776 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 550 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
