2008 BMW X5 vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 885 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 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2007 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X5 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 260 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
