2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2003 GMC Envoy and 2003 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Envoy | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Envoy | E |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4158 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |