1993 Renault Express vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Express | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
