2009 BMW 650 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 650 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
