1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 282 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | APV | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
