2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | CL | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
