1996 BMW 725 vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725.
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 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Envoy. (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Envoy. 2011 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 725 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 725 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 725 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
