2007 BMW X3 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 X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Canyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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 X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X3 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
