1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 500 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
