2006 Nissan Almera vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 759 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Almera | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Almera | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 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 | 1245 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
