2007 BMW M3 vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 GMC Envoy. (281 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Envoy.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Envoy. (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Envoy. 2011 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M3 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
