2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 636 kg more than 2005 GMC Envoy.
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 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Envoy | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Envoy | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |