2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 276 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | GL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
