2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Envoy | X3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |
