2008 BMW 325 vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (252 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 325 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
