1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 709 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 911 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 665 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
