2006 BMW M3 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2006 BMW M3 and 2006 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 780 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3. 2006 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW M3 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | M3 | Envoy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 101.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |