2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 6 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, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 425 kg more than 2012 BMW 740.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 740. 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Envoy | 740 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| 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 | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |
