1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1996 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | S | Korando |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |