1997 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Reliant Scimitar | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Reliant | SsangYong |
Model | Scimitar | Kyron |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2750 mm |