2005 Mazda Marathon vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Marathon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Marathon would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2005 Mazda Marathon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 406 kg more than 2005 Mazda Marathon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Marathon | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Marathon | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1923 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
