2001 Jeep Willys vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Willys. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Willys would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Willys (160 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Willys should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 608 kg more than 2001 Jeep Willys.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Willys. (210 Nm). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Willys. 2001 Jeep Willys has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Willys will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Willys | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | Willys | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
