2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | CLS | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |