2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Envoy 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make GMC Mercedes-Benz
Model Envoy SLK
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 228 HP
Torque 373 Nm 300 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5300 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 70 L


 

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