2009 BMW 535 vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon.
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, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 535 | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 535 | Canyon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 300 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |