2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 6 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 183 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Envoy | A |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |