2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Canyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2009 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Canyon | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
