1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 263 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. 2012 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | 280 | Rodius |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |