2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2005 GMC Envoy and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 127 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 306 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 Viano. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Envoy | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Envoy | Viano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2276 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |