2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | E | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
