2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Envoy would be higher. 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 56 more horse power than 2012 BMW 730. (244 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 460 kg more than 2012 BMW 730. 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Envoy | 730 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 244 HP |
Torque | 435 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |