2002 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 GMC Envoy. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 475 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2002 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Envoy. (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
