2006 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2006 SsangYong Kyron and 2006 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 578 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. 2006 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2006 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2006 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 SsangYong Kyron | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | SsangYong | Porsche |
Model | Kyron | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |