2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 1 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 209 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Alpina | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
