2008 BMW X5 vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 176 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X5 | Canyon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2770 cc |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |