2002 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 451 kg more than 2009 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 2009 BMW 523 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Envoy | 523 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
