2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso.

Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2004 SsangYong Musso
Make Mercedes-Benz SsangYong
Model SLK Musso
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L