2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 6 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | C | Chairman W |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |