2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 670 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | E | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |