2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina D3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | D3 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
