2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 11 kg more than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 310 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sorento | Kyron |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |