2009 BMW M6 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP) has 200 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 808 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.

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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (447 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW M6 2005 GMC Envoy
Make BMW GMC
Model M6 Envoy
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 5359 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 300 HP
Torque 519 Nm 447 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 2088 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 83 L


 

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