2008 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz A and 2008 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz A | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | A | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |