2004 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. Both 2004 Mercedes-Benz V and 2000 SsangYong Korando are equipped with a 2,295 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 V (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz V | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | V | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2490 mm |
