1991 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 481 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz S has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | S | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
