2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | CLK | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
