2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. (222 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W.
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 SL (470 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | SL | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
