2011 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 910 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2011 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Envoy | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Envoy | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
