2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (436 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Envoy | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
