1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 451 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. 2010 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Corvette | Kyron |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |