2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 GMC Envoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Envoy | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 21 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 93 L |
