1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 3 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | 500 | Kyron |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |