2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | C | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
