2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 E500 (460 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Musso. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 has automatic transmission and 2011 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2011 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | E500 | Musso |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |