2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 171 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | C | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2295 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
