2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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2004 GMC Envoy | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Envoy | Viano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4160 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |