1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 312 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 300 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
