1996 BMW 545 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 544 kg more than 1996 BMW 545.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1996 BMW 545 (440 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 545 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 545 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
