1994 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 573 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. 2012 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 911 | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 911 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1890 mm |
