2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 755 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
