2005 BMW 325 vs. 2003 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 81 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2003 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 325 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
