2008 BMW X5 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 398 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 X5 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X5 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 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 | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
