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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | E | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
