2007 BMW M3 vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 1 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 958 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M3. 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M3 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
