2006 BMW 523 vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 523 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523. 2010 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 523 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5328 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
