2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | E | Korando |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |