2004 Audi A8 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A8 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
