2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 805 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Grande Punto | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
