2007 Buick Rendezvous 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 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rendezvous | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Rendezvous | Kyron |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |