2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | GL | Korando |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |