1997 Mercury MC4 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury MC4 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury MC4 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mercury MC4 (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury MC4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 1997 Mercury MC4 has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercury MC4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury MC4 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
| Model | MC4 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
