2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | Viano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
