2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2003 SsangYong Korando and 2003 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz A. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz A.
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2003 SsangYong Korando | 2003 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | SsangYong | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Korando | A |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |