1994 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. Both 1994 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 SsangYong Kyron are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 528 kg more than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | C | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 75 L |
