2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. (154 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | 190 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
