2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 38 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Korando | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
