2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 192 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | C | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
