2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 458 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | C | Kyron |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |