2008 BMW X3 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 670 kg more than 2008 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X3 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4163 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |
