2002 Honda Lagreat vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 37 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 SsangYong Kyron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Lagreat. 2002 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Lagreat | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Lagreat | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
