1999 Kia Clarus vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. Both 1999 Kia Clarus and 2009 SsangYong Kyron are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Clarus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 673 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Clarus | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Clarus | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
