2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2009 GMC Envoy. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 144 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | GL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 382 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
