1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
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1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | 300 | Korando |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |