2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. Both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2001 SsangYong Musso are equipped with a 3,199 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso 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 CLK (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | CLK | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |
