2007 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 511 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 R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz R | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | R | Korando |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2376 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |