2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 318 would be higher. 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 101 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 419 kg more than 2006 BMW 318. 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 2006 BMW 318. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 2006 BMW 318 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Canyon | 318 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |