2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 464 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 990 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 SL (1,000 Nm) has 787 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | SL | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 213 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |