2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 624 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 2009 BMW 118 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Envoy | 118 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
