2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (265 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5.
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 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X5 | Envoy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 576 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |