2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (365 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Z4 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
