2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 359 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 93 L |
