2008 BMW 328 vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 748 kg more than 2008 BMW 328.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 328 | Canyon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |