2002 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 GMC Envoy. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.

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, 2002 GMC Envoy (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.

Compare all specifications:

2002 GMC Envoy 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
Make GMC Mercedes-Benz
Model Envoy ML
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 286 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 2700 RPM
Torque 448 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2700 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2270 kg 2140 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2920 mm