2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 300 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Envoy | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |