2005 BMW X3 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2005 BMW X3 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X3 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X3 | Envoy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |