2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Canyon | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
