2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Envoy | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 194 HP |
Torque | 435 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |