2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 221 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Korando | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
