2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 13 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | CLS | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4917 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
