1991 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz G | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | G | Korando |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
