2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 4 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 4 more horse power than 2013 BMW X6. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 289 kg more than 2013 BMW X6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Envoy | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |
