2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 683 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | CLK | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 475 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 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 - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
