2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 52 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | CLK | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
