2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 864 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (316 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
