2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2000 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | CLK | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
