2010 BMW 335 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 743 kg more than 2010 BMW 335.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 2010 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 335 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 335 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
