2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 347 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2011 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2011 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Rainier | Kyron |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |