2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 and 2009 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2009 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 335 | Envoy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |