2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 8 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, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 BMW 535.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Envoy | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Envoy | 535 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |