2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2002 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2002 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | S | Korando |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 801 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |