2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 (311 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | CLK | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
