1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 136 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 500 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
