2003 BMW X5 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 464 kg more than 2003 BMW X5.

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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW X5 2006 GMC Envoy
Make BMW GMC
Model X5 Envoy
Year Released 2003 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 5359 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 338 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 96.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2195 kg 2659 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.3 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.3 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 83 L


 

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