2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 595 kg more than 2011 BMW 535.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 535. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Envoy | 535 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
