2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 438 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
