1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2007 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | CLK | Korando |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |