2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP) has 164 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 GMC Envoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Envoy | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 439 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
