2004 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 139 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 2004 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Korando | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Korando | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
