2006 BMW 530 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 437 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. 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 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 530 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
