1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 622 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Telstar | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Telstar | Kyron |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |