1996 Toyota MR2 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 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 65 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 308 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota MR2 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | MR2 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
