1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 422 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
Model | 3000GT | Kyron |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |