2009 BMW 320 vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 2010 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 320 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
