2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy 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 74 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 387 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Envoy | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Envoy | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 68.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |