2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 700 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (185 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | Smart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |
