2004 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 543 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2010 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen GTI | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | GTI | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
