2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (231 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | C | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |