2009 BMW X5 vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 2 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 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 X5 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X5 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 129 L |
