2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz E and 2009 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 514 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | E | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |