1999 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 284 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2007 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
| Model | Aurora | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
