2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2007 BMW Z4 and 2007 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 604 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | Z4 | Canyon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |