2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | CL | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |
