2006 BMW 330 vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 330 | Envoy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |