2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 617 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 525 | Envoy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2187 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |