2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 42 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Freestar | Kyron |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |