2005 Toyota Prius vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 623 kg more than 2005 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 SsangYong Kyron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Prius | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Prius | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
