1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL and 1998 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. 1998 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | SL | Korando |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2797 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |