2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | C | Korando |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |