2004 BMW X3 vs. 2004 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2004 BMW X3 and 2004 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2004 BMW X3. (184 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 276 kg more than 2004 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X3. (237 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X3 | 2004 GMC Envoy | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X3 | Envoy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 275 HP |
Torque | 237 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2094 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |