2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 16 kg more than 2002 BMW X5.
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, 2002 BMW X5 (480 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Envoy | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 329 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 93 L |
