2007 BMW 330 vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 208 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 330 | Kyron |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |