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