2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 99 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | S | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
