2010 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 300 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Envoy. 2010 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Envoy | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | CL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | TBD |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
