2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2008 SsangYong Kyron were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 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 Kyron weights approximately 216 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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 Kyron 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 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | CLK | Kyron |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |