2005 BMW 748 vs. 2003 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 BMW 748.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 748. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 BMW 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 748 | 2003 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 748 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
