2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Envoy 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 103 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 333 kg more than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
