2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz C and 2005 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 156 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | C | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |