2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2005 GMC Envoy and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 911 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 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) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (140 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2276 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 54 L |
