2010 GMC Canyon vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 323 kg more than 2002 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Canyon | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Canyon | X5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |