2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 4,966 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1999 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | CLK | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2294 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
