2006 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2010 GMC Envoy. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 865 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | M3 | Envoy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 355 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 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 | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |