2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (706 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | SLK | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 706 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
