2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2008 SsangYong Rodius were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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 Rodius 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 (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (342 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 Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | CLK | Rodius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 474 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |