2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 4 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 615 kg more than 2010 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2010 BMW X3 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Envoy | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5358 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4569 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1676 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |