1990 BMW M3 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1459 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M3 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |
