2007 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Envoy. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Envoy. 2007 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Envoy | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2148 cc |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
