2006 BMW 530 vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2011 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 530 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5328 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 | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
