2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 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 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | S | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5460 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |