2009 BMW 525 vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 910 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 525 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5495 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
