2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, both 2006 Smart ForFour and 2006 SsangYong Kyron were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1189 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Smart | SsangYong |
| Model | ForFour | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1099 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
