2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2002 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 315 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2002 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | CLK | Korando |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
