2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 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 25 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X3 | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X3 | Envoy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |