2002 Audi A8 vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 387 kg more than 2002 Audi A8.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A8. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A8 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| 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 | 1510 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2750 mm |
