1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 13 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 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 368 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | CLK | Rodius |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |