2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 602 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | SLK | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
