2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 114 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2010 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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 CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | CLS | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
