2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 854 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |
