1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 320 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
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1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | 300 | Korando |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 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 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |