2011 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, both 2011 SsangYong Kyron and 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 47 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK has automatic transmission and 2011 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2011 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 SsangYong Kyron | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Kyron | GLK |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2756 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
