2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 541 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 330 | Canyon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 228 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |